Michael Jai White is a master of many trades. The Hollywood star is not just a renowned action hero. He is also a decorated and well-respected martial artist and movie director. Widely regarded as one of the best action stars in the industry, Michael Jai White’s special skill sets have united the worlds of martial arts and movies.

Movies like Never Back Down 2, Blood and Bone, and Never Back Down: No Surrender are movies that revolve around martial arts. Previously, Michael Jai White has been seen sparring with the UFC Heavyweight champion Jon Jones. He was also seen casually jostling with the late Kimbo Slice.

Jon Jones’ greatness is ‘Undisputed’ – Michael Jai White sheds light on what makes him the G.O.A.T

Jon Jones is arguably the biggest name in combat sports. He has an undefeated record in the UFC with his only technical loss coming from a controversial DQ decision. In a recent interview with djvlad on YouTube, Michael Jai White opens up on what makes Jones, the best in his division.

When discussing Jones picking up win after win over noteworthy opponents, White pointed out Jones’ technical superiority that gave him the edge, time and again. “That’s why I wanted to train and spar against him, more than anybody. Because I was like that guy is another level. My whole thing is I wanna spar with people who are better than me, right? So, I get better. But I know from day one, I’m like nobody… He’s got all the components and now in Heavyweight – I don’t see anybody… I think it’s going to be easier for him in every way.” said White, clearing up why Jones was his obvious pick.

The interviewer, aware of White and Jones’ sparring session, asked him, “Is that more of his natural weight?” assuming White would be able to give him possible insights about the much-obsessed weight of the fighter. ” Yes, it is. I mean he walks around at 230, 235“, replied White. The two then go on to discuss the towering height (6’4) that gives Jones a striking advantage. 

Talking about the gifted structure that Jones has, White said, “And that’s his skeleton. I mean that’s his natural skeleton. It’s a heavyweight skeleton.”, providing his opinion on why moving up to Heavyweight was a piece of cake for Jon Jones. 

The greatest to ever do it, still doing it – Jones sparring with White and rumors of a fight against Miocic

Jon Jones has been a controversial character from day 1 but one cannot deny that he has the chops to back up his loud mouth. His extensive training and sparring sessions give him the physical edge while his technically sound mind paired with his ability to be creative and think on his feet, make him an absolute beast in the cage. White, who is a prolific martial artist himself, acknowledged that he went in, prepared to be seriously injured. In fact, on several occasions, Michael Jai White has stated that sparring with Jones was a whole other ballgame.

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There are rumors afloat that Jones’ next fight will be against the famed Stipe Miocic. His effortless win over Ciryl Gane for the HW title did earn him back his G.O.A.T status. But if he fights Miocic, will it end the same way? Or does Jones have to go the extra mile this time? Let us know in the comments below.

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